Climate

Hydrogen will help transition to a cleaner energy future
As I predicted in my article of Nov 11, 2021, The UN COP26 Climate Summit in the UK Will help build momentum but it will disappoint many, the UN Conference was overshadowed by the realization that governments would not agree to act quickly enough to stop global warming. As I explained, the COP26 would build good momentum towards a greener future but would not gain the Government commitments needed to reach zero net emission by 2050. Progress however should be applauded, among the most concrete achievements, the following are the most notable: a) The G20 committed to stop financing of international coal powerplants; b) The Global Methane Pledge Initiative was supported by over 100 countries to reduce by 30% methane emission by 2030 (Methane as 80 times more global warming power than CO2); and c) The top forest countries in the world agreed to stop deforestation by 2025. As I take stock of what happened at the Cop26, and analyze the plans for the COP28 (In Cairo, Egypt) and Cop29 (In Abhu-Dabi, UAE), I share my thoughts about Green Hydrogen, as I believe it is the most viable alternative source for a cleaner energy future.
By Andrea Zanon4 years ago in Earth
Climate action on the big screen
Sabrina Caires 5th November 2021 From net zero and climate pledges to a tiff between Scott Morisson and Emmanuel Macron, news sites have been plastered with headlines about the G20 and Cop26 summits over the past few weeks. The Environmental Film Festival Australia (EFFA) gives audiences a perspective on climate action that is more personal than political – one of shared climate anxiety and community empowerment.
By Sabrina Caires4 years ago in Earth
Imagine We were not so Stupid
I’ve heard it said that Stupid is as stupid does, and I believe we've all done something that fits that statement. I have done or said some pretty stupid things in my life, mostly when I was young, that I wish I could change. I have grown and learned from those things and believe I am a better person because of that growth. Learning from your mistakes and not repeating them is a natural part of growth that, as individuals, we do well.
By Gerald Holmes4 years ago in Earth
The World Is Burning and We're Sitting Back and Ignoring it
Global warming is out of control. The world is burning in front of our eyes. And we're doing nothing about it. Mother nature has had enough. She's tired of us using and abusing the planet. She's trying to kill all. I mean, earth would be better off without us.
By Liam M 4 years ago in Earth
Two female climate protesters shut down the world’s biggest coal port for days
According to Blockade Australia, the activists, named as Zianna and Hannah, climbed to the top of machinery and suspended themselves out of reach to law enforcement officials. The activists also livestreamed the event on the Blockade Australia Facebook page warning that the over reliance on fossil fuels was leading the world to 'a catastrophic ecological collapse'.
By Unni Krishnan4 years ago in Earth
Where do you find peace in this crazy world?
When I search for peace, I always find it in my garden. I also love to visit the Urban Food Forest at Brown’s Mill and the Atlanta Botanical Garden. While I’ve valued these magnificent grounds for many years, I never recognized the biodiversity in my backyard.
By jannysheart ❤️4 years ago in Earth
Fossil Fuel Divestment and Climate Change
On September 9th, 2021, Larry Bacow, the president of Harvard University, announced plans to phase out investments in oil, gas, and coal. The primary catalyst for such divestment is climate change pressure. But, in fairness, the institution has been on this path for over a decade.
By Andrea Zanon4 years ago in Earth
Assessing The Health Impacts Of Electric Vehicles Through Air Pollution In The United States
Washington, DC, September 29, 2021 - The widespread adoption of electric vehicles by energy sector policies will bring full benefits to air quality and health in all Indian states by 2040, according to a new study. A new study has found that if electric vehicles change 25% of current vehicles on the road, the United States will save about $ 17 billion a year while avoiding damage due to climate change and air pollution. New research shows that using electric vehicles can improve health.
By Mario Thomas4 years ago in Earth
Can AI Prevent Climate Catastrophes?
This summer’s floods in Germany have killed over 210 people, and the economic costs are high. Many have been wondering why the emergency systems didn’t work.
By DATA sculptor4 years ago in Earth
Nailed to the Door of Our Planet PART 2
“The paradox of McWorld (corporate ideal) Benjamin Barber writes in Jihad vs. McWorld, “is that it destroys the financial base of the consumers it needs on the way to selling them products. It overproduces goods and underproduces employment, unable to see the connection between them. While democracy cultivates free markets, markets fail to cultivate democracy.”
By Gerard Fournier4 years ago in Earth
Air, Water Pollution Offences More Than Triple In 2020
According to the data, 589 cases were reported under these two laws by 2020, up from 160 in 2019. According to a recent report by the National Crime Registry Bureau (NCRB), air and water crime have increased in one year (2020 compared to 2019) by 286 percent in the United States. Even in 2019, only eight regions reported violations of air and water pollution. The report notes that water pollution has caused 1.8 million deaths and workplace pollution that has caused 0.8 million deaths in the next major danger.
By Bal Sawn4 years ago in Earth
Human Activity Is Slowly Killing The World’S Rivers, Study Illustrates
Recent efforts to reduce the environmental impacts of transportation (eg water-resistant types of ballast, toxic hull coatings, and exhaust fumes) are new to the industry and will require decades to address them. In recent decades the natural effects of transportation have focused on water extraction and the spillage of oil, chemicals, and wastewater.
By Bal Sawn4 years ago in Earth